1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 955 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
